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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908. A boy pulling the brake on a motor train filled with coal
HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908.
A boy pulling the brake on a motor train filled with coal inside a mine in Gary, West Virginia. Photograph by Lewis Hine, September 1908
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Media ID 12243686
1908 Adolescent Breaker Cart Child Child Labor Coal Hine Industry Lewis Mine Miner Mining Car Railroad Track September Southeastern Track Tunnel West Virginia Wickes Working Class Young Brake Gary
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the poignant history of child labor through the powerful image of "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908" by Lewis Hine, now available as a stunning photographic print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from The Granger Collection via Granger Art on Demand, depicts a young boy bravely pulling the brake on a coal-filled motor train inside a mine in Gary, West Virginia. This evocative photograph is a poignant reminder of the past and makes for a thought-provoking addition to any home or office space. Order your high-quality Media Storehouse photographic print of "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1908" today and bring a piece of history into your world.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 17.7cm (10" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
HINE - CHILD LABOR, 1908. A Glimpse into the Harsh Reality of Young Workers in America's Industrial Era
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This poignant photograph captured by Lewis Hine in September 1908 portrays a young boy toiling as a breaker in Gary, West Virginia. In the sepia-toned image, we witness his small frame pulling the brake on a motor train filled with coal inside a dimly lit mine. The photograph serves as a stark reminder of the prevalence of child labor during this era and sheds light on the grueling conditions faced by these young workers. The boy's presence amidst such heavy machinery and dangerous surroundings highlights their vulnerability and exploitation within an unforgiving industry. Lewis Hine dedicated much of his career to documenting child labor across America, using photography as a powerful tool for social reform. Through his lens, he aimed to expose the harsh realities faced by children who were forced into backbreaking work instead of receiving an education or enjoying their childhood. This particular image encapsulates not only the physical demands placed upon these young workers but also symbolizes their lost innocence and stolen opportunities for growth. It stands as a testament to both Hine's commitment to social justice and our collective responsibility to protect future generations from such exploitative practices. As we reflect upon this haunting photograph over a century later, it serves as an important reminder that progress should never come at the expense of our most vulnerable citizens – our children.
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